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SDT hearings taking longer

More complex cases push up length and cost of proceedings

'Genius' claim gets short shrift in divorce fight

Tag should be reserved only for 'exceptional' talent like Mozart and Einstein, says judge

Appeal judges allow assisted-dying campaigner's case to proceed

Court distinguishes Noel Conway's circumstances from Nicklinson and says case is arguable

Law firms urged to tackle junior lawyers' stress and mental health issues

Three-quarters of newly qualifieds consider taking time off work to cope with mental health problems

'Significant disconnect' exists between large law firms and clients

Lawyers must make their clients feel valued and protected, says academic

Probate fee hike 'a nice little earner' for MoJ

Government urged to think again as it admits it has no information on cost of probate

Solicitors on costs management: 'Better the devil you know'

Perceived client preference for fixed recoverable costs splits PI and commercial practitioner opinion

SIF closure leaves law firms exposed to claims

Client-funded insurance scheme mooted as indemnity fund replacement